2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 BMW Z4 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z4 | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
